TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
SOLUTION
No power.
Replace old
with four (4) new "AAA" alkaline or
rechargeable
.
batteries
batteries
The
may be weak.
batteries
Check batteries. Ensure that the batteries are installed properly.
Reception
is weak.
The receiving signal may be weak and/or out of range.
If this happens press the
button.
Mon (
Monitor)
Range is
limited.
Wearing the radio close to the body, such as in a pocket or on
a belt, will decrease range; change the location of the radio.
may limit the range significantly.
Open fields provide the maximum range, while steel/concrete
structures, heavy foliage and use in buildings and in vehicles
The maximum range will vary depending on terrain and environment.
Replace with new
if the BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL
indicator is low.
batteries
Batteries may be weak.
Sound distortion
problems.
Radios too far apart. Obstacles interfere with transmission.
Talk range is from 2-5 miles in clear unobstructed conditions.
Radios too close. Radios must be at least 5 feet apart; increase
your distance.
If you are transmitting, speak in a normal tone of voice, 2 to 3
inches away from the microphone.
If you are receiving, lower the Volume to a comfortable level.
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WARRANTY
COLUMBIA TELECOMMUNICATIONS warrants this unit to be free from defects
in material and/or workmanship for a 1-year period beginning with the date of
purchase. This warranty does not cover second-hand ownership or products that
are purchased for sale or lease to another. This warranty does not cover damage
resulting from acts of God, lightning accident, misuse, improper installation or
If this unit should become defective within the first 30 days from purchase, return
it to the retailer where obtained (with all of the original packing materials and
parts) for an over-the-counter exchange. If this unit becomes defective after the
first 30 days but within one year of purchase, we will replace it with a new or
reconditioned unit of the same or similar style. The replacement unit will be
warranted for a period of 90 days or the remainder of the original one year period,
.
To obtain warranty service on your COLUMBIA TELECOMMUNICATIONS
equipment, you must provide proof of date of purchase. We strongly recommend
that you keep your sales receipt and all of the packing materials in order to take
advantage of your products limited warranty. Include all accessories and owners
manual when returning to an authorized service center (listed below.) Do not
forget to include your name and return address (print please), a brief description
of the defect, a $10.00 check (for shipping and handling) and a copy or your sales
.
There are no expressed warranties except as listed above. COLUMBIA
TELECOMMUNICATIONS will not be liable for incidental or consequential
damages resulting from the use of this product, or resulting from misuse contrary
to this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific and legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
Please use the shipping address below for the authorized Warranty Service
operation, or unauthorized repair or alteration.
whichever is longer.
receipt.
state to state.
center:
COLUMBIA TELECOMMUNICATIONS INC.
174 Milbar Blvd.
Farmingdale, NY 11735
